Purchasing Analyst

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission:

Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we’re looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.

Who We Are

We take our mission of protecting the digital way of life seriously. We are relentless in protecting our customers and we believe that the unique ideas of every member of our team contributes to our collective success. Our values were crowdsourced by employees and are brought to life through each of us everyday - from disruptive innovation and collaboration, to execution. From showing up for each other with integrity to creating an environment where we all feel included.

As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual. Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported. This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!

At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work full time from our office with flexibility offered where needed. This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. Our goal is to create an environment where we all win with precision.

Your Career

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Procurement Analyst with in-depth knowledge of Procure-to-Pay (PTP) processes and Vendor Management. The ideal candidate will have the ability to manage vendor relationships, ensure smooth supplier onboarding, and support the efficient execution of the Indirect PTP function. This role also involves overseeing compliance, risk management, and ongoing process improvements.

Your Impact

• Review and approve Purchase Requisitions (PRs) in line with company policy
• Manage and monitor the shared procurement mailbox, ensuring timely responses to internal and external inquiries
• Resolve PR issues, including incorrect data, duplicate entries, or system errors
• Handle requestor queries via Zoom or email, providing clear and professional support
• Train new and existing requestors on proper PR creation processes, system navigation, and policy compliance
• Collaborate with requestors to clarify requirements and ensure accuracy.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, and sourcing teams to ensure timely processing of PRs
• Troubleshoot system errors or approval bottlenecks with procurement or IT teams if needed
• Maintain documentation related to PR approvals, exceptions, and communications
• Provide feedback and suggest improvements to streamline the PR process
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors

Your Experience 

• UG/PG degree in business, supply chain management or another related field desired.
• Related experience and Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) a plus.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in procurement operations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Complete knowledge of the Procure to Pay life cycle
• Exposer to all Upstream and Downstream Ariba modules such as Ariba Buying and
• Invoicing, Ariba Sourcing, Procure to Pay and Guided Buying
• Ability to Manage end to end Supplier Enablement Strategy (Ariba Network),
• process and execution
• Analytical ability, assertiveness and Strong Customer Service orientation
• Confidence in dealing with other departments and outside representatives Ability to
• work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• SAP experience for Vendor onboarding, Purchasing and Accounts Payable modules
• desired
• Familiarity G-Suite products, BI/Tableau to run and analyse reports

This role is for Night Shift 

The Team

Palo Alto Networks’ procurement Team is a dynamic, high-energy, and cohesive team that collaborates with the business teams throughout Palo Alto Networks to deliver exceptional goods and services. We are responsible for acquiring the goods and services that support our business’ strategic initiatives, but aren’t part of the products we sell. If you are self-driven, inquisitive, collaborative, and ready to deliver impactful results, this team is right for you.

Our Commitment

We’re problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at  accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com.

Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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  • The job requires accessing a company worksite
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  • You choose to access a Palo Alto Networks worksite
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